New ZealandTakapau puts its hand up to save rugby clubThe Takapau rugby club has a history of 140 years, but was on the verge of folding.10 Mar 09:11 PM
RugbySix Nations: France crush Ireland's Grand Slam dreams, move closer to titleMeanwhile, Wales' fight-back fell short against a flying Scotland side.08 Mar 07:00 PM
OpinionChristopher Reive Fantasy Super Rugby: Boosters and when to burn themOPINION: Struggling to pick your fantasy team this week? We're here to (try to) help.06 Mar 05:30 AM
PremiumPremiumRugbyPlenty of players, but no committee: Rugby club could 'fold' after 140 years'It has become unsustainable for the few still involved.'04 Mar 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumRugbyThe 'unexpected' review pushing to merge New Zealand's rugby powerhousesThe mergers aim to reduce duplication and lower costs for the teams involved.04 Mar 03:00 AM
Super Rugby‘We’ll be scrambling': Blues counting the cost of Canes victory'We were stretched. We’re very happy to get the win,' the Blues coach said. 03 Mar 07:34 PM
PremiumPremiumMedia InsiderA Sky full of scars: Pay TV chair on viewer anger and why he wanted overseas board membersExclusive: Sky chair on satellite woes and compensation, rugby rights and exec turnover.01 Mar 12:54 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGregor PaulGregor Paul: Why Super Rugby Pacific has come back better than everOPINION: Perennially tipped to struggle, the new season has so far captivated.24 Feb 05:00 AM
Kahu‘Truly grateful’: Custom mouthguards key to Kelston’s rugby successAUT's initiative included dental exams and treatments, ensuring players' safety.23 Feb 10:38 PM
Rugby SevensMichaela Brake breaks try-scoring record in VancouverThe third of her five tries against Ireland saw Brake surpass Portia Woodman-Wickliffe.22 Feb 12:12 AM
SportThe good old days: Chance for HSOG netballers to reminisceThe call is going out for netballers to be part of the club's reunion. 21 Feb 03:28 AM
Super RugbyThe McKenzie motif: Why the Chiefs are playing ABs first-five at fullback againMcKenzie scored 20 of the Chiefs' 25 points in their round-one win over the Blues. 20 Feb 09:07 PM
Super RugbyChiefs stymie Blues in grand final rematchThe Chiefs kept the Blues scoreless in the second half on their way to the win. 15 Feb 08:04 AM
Super RugbyChiefs v Blues line-up that’s a ‘tough team to crack’, coach saysThe Chiefs will take on the Blues in the first week of Super Rugby 2025.14 Feb 12:45 AM
All BlacksAll Blacks great helps rescue another rugby clubAndrew Mehrtens is part of the Irish investment fund buying the London Irish club.12 Feb 07:38 PM
PremiumPremiumSportSports Insider: Memo NZR – This is what happens when you ‘dance with the devil’'Dancing with the devil is easy; it's stepping away that's hard.'12 Feb 05:00 PM
Super RugbyBarrett still 'learning' his role with Vern Cotter's BluesThe veteran playmaker admits he has had some catching up to do now back with the Blues.10 Feb 06:09 PM
Super RugbyWhy Caleb Clarke isn’t in Fantasy Super Rugby PacificA week out from the start of the season, Fantasy Super Rugby Pacific has finally arrived. 06 Feb 11:26 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAlex PowellAlex Powell: Why Robertson can't get the best out of Damian McKenzieOPINION: In systems built on order, the All Blacks’ first five thrives on chaos.14 Jan 05:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionPaul LewisPaul Lewis: The issues World Rugby must fix to save sevens from financial oblivionOPINION: Spiralling costs have left rugby's shortest format in dire financial territory.12 Jan 08:15 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyFuture stars of First XV rugby: Top 10 players to followMeet the group of schoolboy players who are poised to shine in the future.06 Jan 09:30 PM
RugbyFrench international suffers cardiac arrest taking powdered tobaccoThree-cap Hassane Kolingar needed a five-hour operation to 'clean' his heart.05 Jan 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: NZ's school rugby dominance challenges All Blacks approachOPINION: Calls for ABs to focus on local talent as schools excel in international rugby.27 Dec 04:00 PM
School RugbyAuckland schools dominate early at World Schools Rugby FestivalKelston and Westlake start strongly at the festival in Abu Dhabi.15 Dec 07:43 PM
PremiumPremiumSportSports Insider: David Kirk's strategic move into rugby's leadership spotlightOPINION: The former All Blacks captain is a beacon of hope for rugby in this country.12 Dec 04:15 PM
PremiumPremiumSportAnatomy of a season: Following in the footsteps of RazorCrusaders coach Rob Penney on a failed first campaign – and why 2025 will be different.12 Dec 01:56 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: The new coach needed for NZ's cricket comebackThe Black Caps' erratic 2024 is beyond explanation.08 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay heatwave: Two girls taken to hospital, three others treated after rippa rugby faintings'We had a few students who felt the effects of the high temps,' a Napier high school says.06 Dec 01:46 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbySchool rugby: Nation's best sevens schools decidedTauranga Boys' College win the Condor Sevens, marking their first national title in style.02 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAll BlacksGregor Paul: All Blacks' messy win over Italy raises questions for coachesOPINION: All Blacks win 29-11 in Turin but grapple with errors, lacking cohesion and flow.24 Nov 04:00 AM
All BlacksAll Blacks' flat finale: Victory marred by underwhelming performanceAll Blacks close season with win, but performance raises questions about future.23 Nov 10:37 PM
RugbyWarren Gatland would back sacking after record defeatThe Kiwi insists he still has the fight to continue as Wales coach.17 Nov 08:34 PM
New ZealandGrieving dad’s plea to WorkSafe to investigate rugby links between head knocks, brain injuriesAn autopsy of John Guyton's son Billy found brain damage linked to rugby concussions.16 Nov 04:00 PM
All Blacks'The club has been saved': All Blacks great rescues struggling French rugby clubAndrew Mehrtens and Bobby Skinstad are now co-chairmen of second-tier side Beziers.11 Nov 04:40 AM
